Transition Specialist-1

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Type of Position:

Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master's degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at

Department:

Admissions

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

• General office duties such as data entry, word processing, copying, filing, and preparing correspondence
• Advising on the admission and/or enrollment processes
• Evaluating student applications and credentials for admissions and/or financial aid
• Monitoring, tracking and reporting on various statistics
• Coordinating with other University departments to provide needed services
• Develop and present information in a variety of forums
• Assist with the coordination of New Student Orientation
• Creates, coordinates and reviews communications for consistency of messaging across multiple areas.
• Other duties as assigned by staff

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time
• Professional in all interactions with students, staff, faculty, and others
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with and understand details
• Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
• Be familiar with University campus with ability to give good directions to visitors/students
• Ability to work well and communicate clearly with others, including visitors, students, etc.
  Previous experience in Enrollment Services (Admissions, Orientation or Recruitment)

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

30,000-50,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position) :

Recruitment Contact Information:

LaTisha Brunson, Assistant HR Director

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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